Stockholm to Chicago (ARN–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Connecting Flight Schedule 34 1-stop flights Verified 4w ago
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
CPH Copenhagen 11h 1m D8EYSK → EKSK Copenhagen (CPH) to Chicago flights
YYZ Toronto 11h 15m AC → AAACAS Toronto (YYZ) to Chicago flights
KEF Reykjavík 11h 28m AYEKFI → ACFIOS Reykjavík (KEF) to Chicago flights
HEL Helsinki (Vantaa) 11h 35m A3AFAY → AY Helsinki (Vantaa) (HEL) to Chicago flights
AMS Amsterdam 11h 39m 6EAMD8 → ACAFKL Amsterdam (AMS) to Chicago flights
JFK New York 12h 18m AFDLSK → AAAFAS New York (JFK) to Chicago flights
EWR Newark 12h 19m SK → AAACAS Newark (EWR) to Chicago flights
BRU Zaventem 12h 22m A3CXEY → ACLXOS Zaventem (BRU) to Chicago flights
LHR London 12h 25m AMAYBA → AAAYBA London (LHR) to Chicago flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 12h 35m A3AFAM → AAACAF Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Chicago flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Stockholm to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
4,261 mi 8h 20m nonstop -7h behind

While no nonstop service exists between ARN and ORD, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore Browse available seat maps ARN Routes ORD Routes ARN Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for ARN to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
34
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
CPH ~11h 1m YYZ ~11h 15m KEF ~11h 28m HEL ~11h 35m AMS ~11h 39m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,175
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ARN → ORD
85%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
85%
Return
ORD → ARN
38%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
38%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-7h
Chicago is 7 hours behind Stockholm.
ARN: CEST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Stockholm, it's 11:00 AM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
4,261 mi / 6,856 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 20m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Sweden is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Swedish passport holders need an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. The ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years, and allows stays up to 90 days per visit. Apply online at the official CBP ESTA site at least 72 hours before departure. Your passport must be machine-readable and valid for the duration of the stay.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to ARN

The Arlanda Express train runs non-stop from Stockholm Central Station to ARN in 18 minutes (SEK 280–320 one-way, cheaper booked online). The Pendeltåg (commuter rail) stops at Arlanda South/North stations for SEK 145 total (including a SEK 120 airport supplement); the journey takes 40 minutes.Taxis from central Stockholm cost SEK 600–800 (45–60 min). Uber runs SEK 400–600. The E4 motorway connects the airport to the city; traffic can be heavy southbound during afternoon rush. Driving takes 35–50 minutes in normal conditions.

Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ARN–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Stockholm to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance4,261 mi / 6,856 km
Flight time8h 20m
Time difference-7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: ARN
Full nameStockholm-Arlanda Airport
IATA / ICAOARN / ESSA
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Passengers/yr22.7M
Elevation137 ft / 42 m
Destination: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ARN to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take about 8h 20m gate to gate. The route covers 4,261 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Copenhagen Kastrup, Toronto Pearson and Keflavik.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to ORD and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Chicago is 7 hours behind Stockholm.
Yes, return flights from ORD to ARN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ARN to ORD

Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ARN to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ARN to ORD is about 8 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,261 miles (6,856 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Copenhagen Kastrup, Toronto Pearson and Keflavik. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.